Topside Quality Inspector

Quality Assurance & Quality ControlExecute the Project Quality Plan within construction and commissioning activities.Implement bp Engineering and Quality Management requirements.Support and facilitate the Right First Time (R1T) programme.Conduct planned surveillance and inspection activities in accordance with approved Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs).Verify contractor compliance with project specifications, procedures, standards, and quality requirements.Participate in quality audits, assessments, and contractor performance reviews as required.Contribute to quality observations, lessons learned, and continuous improvement initiatives.Mechanical Equipment InspectionPerform surveillance and inspection of:Static equipment (pressure vessels, drums, separators, filters, heat exchangers).Rotating equipment (compressors, pumps, turbines, generators, gearboxes).Package equipment and skids.Valves and valve assemblies.Mechanical handling equipment and associated supports.Piping systems, supports, and mechanical interfaces.Verify equipment installation complies with approved drawings, specifications, and vendor requirements.Monitor preservation and storage requirements for mechanical equipment.Verify equipment alignment, leveling, and installation tolerances.Storage & PreservationVerify mechanical equipment and materials are stored, handled, and preserved in accordance with approved preservation procedures, project requirements, and manufacturer recommendations. Conduct periodic inspections of warehouses, laydown areas, storage facilities, and fabrication locations to assess equipment condition and preservation effectiveness. Monitor preservation activities for static and rotating equipment, including shaft rotation, humidity control, desiccant replacement, protective coatings, and temporary preservation systems. Verify equipment protective covers, end caps, flange protectors, packaging, and environmental controls remain in place and effective throughout the storage period. Ensure preservation records, inspection logs, and maintenance registers are maintained accurately and are available for audit and handover purposes. Participate in receipt inspections and verify equipment condition, certification, traceability, transportation damage status, and preservation requirements upon delivery. Identify equipment deterioration, corrosion, contamination, moisture ingress, or preservation deficiencies and ensure timely corrective actions are implemented. Verify preservation status is maintained during installation, mechanical completion, and commissioning until final handover to Operations.Testing & Commissioning ReadinessWitness and verify:Pressure testing and leak testing activities.Functional and performance testing.Mechanical completion inspections.Punch list generation and close-out verification.Pre-commissioning and commissioning activities.Confirm completion and accuracy of inspection records and test documentation prior to system handover.Materials & TraceabilityVerify certification, material traceability, and identification of mechanical equipment and components.Ensure preservation requirements are maintained throughout fabrication, storage, and installation phases.Participate in receipt inspections and material verification activities.Non-Conformance ManagementIdentify quality deficiencies and non-conformances.Support NCR investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation.Monitor closure of NCRs and quality actions within agreed timelines.Review contractor deviation and concession requests related to mechanical systems.Contractor OversightMonitor contractor and subcontractor quality activities.Verify competency and qualification of inspection personnel performing mechanical inspections.Review contractor reports and quality records for completeness and accuracy.Identify areas requiring increased surveillance or quality intervention.Documentation & ReportingComplete daily quality surveillance reports.Maintain inspection records and quality documentation.Support quality KPI reporting and trending activities.Provide input to handover dossiers and final project documentation. Xüsusi tələblər Understanding of equipment preservation and storage requirements for static and rotating equipment during construction and commissioning phases.Knowledge of materials management, warehouse inspections, equipment receipt inspections, certification, and traceability requirements.Familiarity with vendor preservation specifications and asset integrity requirements for long-lead and critical equipment.Awareness of corrosion prevention, environmental protection measures, humidity control, and preservation auditing techniques.Preferred qualifications include one or more of the following:CSWIP Mechanical Inspector.API 510 Pressure Vessel Inspector.API 570 Piping Inspector.API 653 Tank Inspector (desirable).Mechanical Completion / Commissioning certification.Vendor-specific equipment training for major package equipment where applicable.ASME Code knowledge (Sections VIII, B31.3, B31.8 as applicable).ISO 9001 Internal Auditor or Lead Auditor certification. (desirable).CSWIP 3.2, PCN Level 2 or AWS QC1-Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) (desirable).Radiographic Interpreter — CSWIP/PCN Level 2 (desirable).CSWIP/ NACE level II - Painting Inspector - Grade 2/3 (desirable).Familiar with health, safety, environmental, commercial and quality issues.Capable of identifying problem areas early and proactively resolving issues.Minimum 8 years of Quality Control / Inspection experience in the Oil & Gas industry.Minimum 5 years in offshore topsides, LNG, petrochemical, or major capital project construction.Demonstrated experience with:Static and rotating equipment installation.Mechanical completion and turnover processes.Pressure testing and leak testing.Piping systems and valve management.Vendor package equipment.Preservation and storage requirements.Strong understanding of:ASME, API, ISO, and project specifications.Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs).Mechanical completion systems and turnover processes.Risk-based quality surveillance.Demonstrated experience in inspection of equipment storage, preservation, and materials management activities within major Oil & Gas projects.Experience monitoring long-term storage and preservation programs for rotating equipment, pressure vessels, heat exchangers, valves, and packaged equipment.Ability to assess preservation effectiveness and identify risks associated with equipment degradation, corrosion, contamination, or improper storage practices.Working knowledge of preservation documentation, preservation registers, warehouse management systems, and equipment handover requirements.Experience conducting preservation audits, condition assessments, and surveillance of contractor preservation activities.Familiarity with NCR, deviation, concession, and corrective action processes.Computer literate (MS Office applications).Strong communication and reporting skills.Capable of working independently in fabrication yards and construction sites.The Mechanical Inspector shall:Demonstrate visible commitment to safety and quality.Promote Quality Culture and Right First-Time (R1T) behaviours.Support Build It Right, Build It Tight, and Build It Clean principles.Challenge non-compliant practices and raise concerns promptly.Foster collaboration between contractors, vendors, commissioning teams, and project stakeholders.Maintain professional integrity and technical excellence.Contribute to continuous improvement and organizational learning activities. 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